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Year End Readiness

A Must-Know Process


Join us for the 5th Annual San Diego Angel Conference where innovation-based companies compete for $200,000* from accredited investors! Register to join Wednesday at 6 P.M.


The San Diego Angel Conference (SDAC) aims to elevate the SoCal innovation ecosystem by connecting angel investors and fundable entrepreneurs. The winner of the SDAC will receive $200,000* in angel-backed investment and have an opportunity to connect with dozens of investors over the course of the program.

We'll share valuable strategies to get paid quickly and provide actionable tactics to enable you for smoothly launching and/or building your freelance/solo businesses. Sign up here and we'll see you Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.!

Reviewing your own HR function by conducting an audit; the results may surprise you! Our saying is, "When we fine tune, we find out!" What are you waiting for, you can register here to save your spot. See you on Wednesday, Dec. 14 from 12-1:30 P.M.


Create Clear Action Items

Market Your Business Better This Year



Have you taken the time to review your marketing plan lately? Are you clear of who your target audience is? Perhaps your business changed as we endured a pandemic. Maybe you created new products and/or services. Let's review your current marketing plan, redefine your value proposition, and create clear action items to help you market your business better this year. Join us on Monday, Jan. 9 from 3-4:30 p.m. Register here!

Sometimes you need access to a marketing expert for a quick question. We've created these power hours to help business owners have more access to our expert advisors, especially during crucial seasons like these. Bilingual Marketing Power Hours are on a first-come, first-served basis, and the goal is for our marketing advisors to answer any quick challenges or questions you may be facing in your business. The virtual gatherings are held every Monday evening at 5 p.m. (excluding holidays). Join Monday, Jan. 9 from 5-6 p.m. Register here!

Starting a business involves planning, making key financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. This training is designed to give you an overview of what to consider before starting a business.

Topics will include:

  1. What it takes to succeed
  2. Financing your business
  3. Taxes and how they impact your business
  4. Business entities/legal structures

Join us Wednesday, Jan. 11 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Register now!

Additional Resources

How We Help Small Businesses


Friendly reminder! When shopping at small, independent businesses, you can support the local economy and your community by purchasing unique products while receiving high-quality service. Spread the word and shop small this holiday season.


Learn more here! You will get information.

Year-end readiness isn't only a feeling, it's a must-know process for small business owners. This year-end workflow prepares your business for a solid year-end close to build the tax -ready books which will provide you a stress-free tax meeting at tax time! Register to join Monday, Dec. 12 at noon. It feels so good to be prepared and save time. Our Intuit advisor and expert is here to save the day and get you feeling great about your business books.

Be sure to reference this pandemic employer portal for industry guidance from the State of California updated in real time. This is a one-stop hub for employers, or small business owners, to manage COVID-19. Answer a few questions to generate a customized road map with guidance for the state, your area, and your industry. Visit saferatwork.ca.gov, and reach out to us if you need further assistance. As employers in California, you want to be in the know and prepared.

More of Your SBDC Network's Upcoming Live Webinars



Virtual Open House Business Forum every Monday except holidays (English & Spanish)

Dec. 12 from 8:00-10:00


Virtual Open House Business Forum every Monday except holidays (English & Spanish)

Dec. 19 from 8:00-10:00


HR Power Hour

Dec. 14 at 1:00 PM


Sales Power Hour

Dec. 21 at 1:00 PM


Meet the Lenders

Jan. 13 at 9:00 AM


Marketing Power Hour (English/Español)

Jan. 16 at 5:00 PM


Project Your Sales + Plan Your Marketing

Jan. 18 at 9:00 AM


Sell Online with E-Commerce Tools from Google

Jan. 18 at 5:00 PM


Small Business Expo

Jan. 20 at 8:30 AM


Branding with Purpose

Jan. 23 at 3:00 PM


Marketing Power Hour (English/Español)

Jan. 23 at 5:00 PM


HR Best Practice Guidance regarding California Employment Law Updates for 2023

Jan. 24 at 11:00 AM


Marketing Power Hour (English/Español)

Jan. 30 at 5:00 PM

The San Diego & Imperial SBDC (Small Business Development Center) Network primarily provides expert level one-on-one assistance to you, the business owners, at no cost. The assistance is completely confidential. Be sure to visit www.SDIVSBDC.org to learn more and you can also request services here.

If you aren't in San Diego or Imperial counties, you can find your SBDC here.
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